Climb aboard The Bourbon Belle tour boat for an unforgettable excursion on the historic Kentucky River in Frankfort, Ky, and enjoy a special tasting experience with Scott Beyer, Master Blender at O.H. Ingram River Aged Whiskey followed by an educational mixology session with award winning mixologist, Heather Wibbels.
Known as The Cocktail Contessa, Wibbels is known for creating new cocktails out of both familiar and new ingredients, working with brands to review, test and create with their ingredients, and sharing both common and unfamiliar flavor pairings in an approachable way.
O.H. Ingram River Aged Master Blender Scott Beyer will also be on site to present a spectacular lineup of craft whiskeys.
During the cocktail class, we will explore how bitters add balance and flavor to bring out all of our favorite things from bourbon. You'll find out what bitters are, why they pair well with bourbon, and how they're used in a classic cocktail like the Old Fashioned.
What you’ll learn:
- The origin of bitters
- How bitters work with bourbon
- Sensory components of a great old fashioned
- History of the old fashioned and the origin of its name
- How to make Old Fashioneds at home
- How to choose a great bourbon for an Old Fashioned
- Using bitters to complement your selected base spirit
You will walk away with a mastery of how to evaluate a bourbon and understand what kinds of bitters and syrups will pair beautifully to elevate the whiskey you’re mixing them with, whether well, premium or bottom-shelf bourbons.
Participants will receive a copy of Heather's book, Bourbon is my Comfort Food, to take home with them.
Prepare your palates and reserve a spot - limited to 30
Must be 21
